Iscar TPGX 090204-L IC908 Carbide Turning Insert Carbide Inserts For Stainless Steel

The TPGX090204-L IC908 is a high-performance triangular positive carbide turning insert, engineered for precision finishing and semi-finishing operations on steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials. Featuring a polished positive rake geometry and left-hand chipbreaker design, this insert delivers excellent cutting stability, low cutting forces, and superior surface quality.

The IC908 grade is a PVD-coated fine-grain carbide developed for high wear resistance and thermal stability. It ensures reliable performance under medium to high cutting speeds, making it ideal for CNC lathes used in automotive, general engineering, and high-precision manufacturing industries.

With its sharp cutting edge and optimized chip flow, the TPGX090204-L IC908 significantly reduces vibration and tool pressure, allowing consistent results even on thin-walled or delicate workpieces.

• Insert Type: TPGX090204-L

• Shape: Triangular (60°)

• Relief Angle: Positive geometry

• Chipbreaker: L-type (Left-hand, light cutting)

• Grade: IC908

• Coating: PVD coated carbide

• Application: Finishing & semi-finishing

• Cutting Direction: Left-hand

The TPGX090204-L IC908 insert is suitable for machining:

• Carbon steel

• Alloy steel

• Stainless steel (austenitic & ferritic)

• Low-carbon steel

• Pre-hardened steel

Its balanced toughness and wear resistance ensure stable machining performance even in interrupted cuts and varying machining conditions.

• Excellent surface finish due to sharp cutting edge

• Low cutting forces, ideal for light and precision machining

• Stable chip control in continuous turning

• Extended tool life with IC908 PVD coating

• High dimensional accuracy in CNC applications

• CNC turning operations

• Precision shaft machining

• Automotive parts manufacturing

• Hydraulic and pneumatic components

• General mechanical engineering

The IC908 grade offers a perfect balance between wear resistance and edge toughness, making it a versatile solution for shops requiring reliable performance across multiple materials and cutting parameters. Its PVD coating enhances resistance to built-up edge while maintaining a sharp cutting profile.

The TPGX090204-L insert is compatible with standard TPGX tool holders and widely used CNC turning systems, making it easy to integrate into existing tooling setups without modification.